Buttery Boiled Carrots

Ingredients

• 1 lb carrots (about 4 to 5 medium carrots)
• water ((for boiling the carrots))
• 1 tbsp butter (or olive oil)
• kosher salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp fresh herbs such as thyme, parsley and or chives
• 1/2 tsp maple syrup

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a small saucepan with enough water to cover the carrots to a boil

2. 2

   Peel and slice the carrots (either sticks or rounds) about 1/4-1/2" thick

3. 3

   Salt the water and add the carrots. Cook for about 4-5 minutes, or until tender yet still still crisp, or to the desired texture. Taste test to know for sure

4. 4

   Drain the water.

5. 5

   Add the carrots back to the pan with the butter and season with kosher salt and add-ins.